Property Market Commentary

5 Ways Housing Shapes Singapore’s National Identity

How housing shapes Singapore’s identity: From nation-building and homeownership to class, culture, and family life, explore five ways homes define who we are.

• 9 Aug 2025
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4 Condo Layouts And Features Buyers Are Moving Away From in 2025

Singapore condo buyers in 2025 are rejecting dual-key layouts, open kitchens, PPVC constraints and shoebox units. Here’s what’s turning them away.

• 6 Aug 2025
• 6 min read
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10 Most Affordable New Launch Condos Under $1.5 Million—Some Are Surprisingly Central

Discover 2025 new launch condos in Singapore priced at $1.5M or less. Explore compact 1-2 bedroom units in prime and emerging locations with strong rentability.

• 30 Jul 2025
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Why I Might Still Pay $1 Million For A 50-Year-Old HDB—Even If Everyone Says It’s A Bad Buy

Why buying a 50+ year old flat for $1M makes sense: more space, better amenities & final-home comfort over long leases or inheritance worries

• 30 Jul 2025
• 5 min read
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Singapore’s Most Expensive Neighbourhoods Are Changing—4 Buyer Trends That Prove It In 2025

CCR condos are no longer just for the ultra-rich. Smaller units, pragmatic buyers, and lifestyle-driven demand are reshaping Singapore’s Core Central Region in 2025.

• 29 Jul 2025
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URA 2025 Draft Master Plan: 6 Under The Radar Changes You May Have Missed

80,000 new homes in the URA 2025 Master Plan: 6 key estate changes in Singapore you must know, from Yishun to Queenstown.

• 28 Jul 2025
• 12 min read
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Is Great World Quietly Becoming the Place to Live in Central Singapore?

Great World stands out in the CCR with its grassroots feel, top schools, and rich history—offering a rare blend of heartland charm and prime location.

• 21 Jul 2025
• 6 min read
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The Surprising Truth Behind Singapore’s Longest Held Condos – And Why Residents Refuse To Sell After 20 Years

Discover the “stickiest” condos in Singapore with the longest holding periods—some haven’t seen a sale in decades. Are they hidden gems or just outdated flats?

• 16 Jul 2025
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We Tracked The Rise Of Million-Dollar HDB Flats By Estate — And The Results May Surprise You

In Singapore, million-dollar HDB flats are no longer rare. Discover the towns where this price has become the norm and the units leading the trend.

• 9 Jul 2025
• 4 min read
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2-Bedder vs 2+Study Units: Which Condo Layout Has Better Returns Over The Last Decade?

We analysed gains and rental yields over 10 years — and while one layout came out ahead in most cases, the answer isn’t so straightforward. Here’s what the data reveals.

• 8 Jul 2025
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A First-Time Condo Buyer’s Guide To Evaluating Property Developers In Singapore

What does it mean to “check the developer” before buying a condo? We break down what to look for—from BCA banding to build quality and past project history.

• 2 Jul 2025
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Why More Young Families Are Moving to Pasir Ris (Hint: It’s Not Just About the New EC)

Pasir Ris has quietly evolved into one of the East’s most family-friendly towns. Here’s how years of steady upgrades have reshaped the estate in 2025.

• 28 Jun 2025
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This Upcoming 710-Unit Executive Condo In Pasir Ris Will Be One To Watch For Families

A long-awaited EC is coming to Pasir Ris, right by Downtown East. Ryan explores why this rare launch could matter to families who’ve long called the east home.

• 23 Jun 2025
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Which Central Singapore Condos Still Offer Long-Term Value? Here Are My Picks

Norman shares why Great World remains his pick in the CCR, where pricing, lifestyle, and long-term value still align for buyers today.

• 21 Jun 2025
• 6 min read
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Springleaf Vs Faber Walk: Which Future GLS Residential Site Has More Potential?

Springleaf and Faber Walk GLS sites offer distinct living styles—nature and MRT access versus family-friendly landed near Jurong’s growth. Explore the differences.

• 19 Jun 2025
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I Reviewed HDB’s 2 And 3-Room Show Flats: Ideal For First-Time Buyers Or Too Small To Live In?

Cheryl takes a closer look at the 2- and 3-room BTO showflats, uncovering how these compact layouts reflect evolving needs and everyday liveability.

• 18 Jun 2025
• 16 min read
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I Reviewed HDB’s Showroom For 4 And 5-Room Flats. Here’s What Future Homeowners Should Know

Cheryl visits HDB’s refreshed show gallery—peek inside the new 4- and 5-room mock-ups and see what design ideas are worth stealing for your own flat.

• 6 Jun 2025
• 13 min read
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The Biggest Misconceptions About Buying Property In Singapore’s CCR In 2025

Buying in the CCR isn’t as straightforward as it seems. This article unpacks what most buyers get wrong—and what to look out for in 2025.

• 4 Jun 2025
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